Ep 14. Limitations
- TV14
- February 11, 2000
- 43 min
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8.1 (1,114)
Detective Olivia Benson and her partner Detective Elliot Stabler are called to investigate a case of sexual assault on a young woman named Rebecca. Rebecca, a teacher, was assaulted in her own classroom after hours by a masked assailant.
As the detectives investigate, they discover that Rebecca was not the assailant's first victim. He has a history of sexual assault that dates back several years. However, the statute of limitations on these cases has expired, preventing the detectives from pursuing a case against him.
Frustrated by the limitations of the law, the detectives work to find a loophole that will allow them to bring justice to the previous victims as well as Rebecca. When a new victim comes forward with a similar story, the detectives are able to connect the cases and build a stronger case against the perpetrator.
As the case progresses, the detectives uncover more evidence that suggests the perpetrator is part of a larger network of sexual predators. With the help of Assistant District Attorney Cabot, they work to bring down the entire network and bring justice to their victims.
Throughout the episode, the detectives struggle with their own emotions as they face the ugly reality of sexual assault. They are passionate about bringing justice to the victims, but must also confront their own limitations as law enforcement officers.
As the case comes to a close, the detectives reflect on the importance of their work and the impact it has on the lives of those they serve. They vow to continue fighting for justice and to never let the limitations of the law stand in the way of their pursuit of justice.